There are few things more disheartening and frustrating to a business owner than feeling stuck with a partner who is bringing the business down. Beyond the disappointment of dashed hopes and disappointment in somebody in…
This week, the Federal Trade Commission FTC will be hosting a special event that can make a big difference in the lives of American workers. On Thursday, February 16th, the public is invited to participate…
A business’s ideas, concepts, and innovations are what distinguish it and give it a competitive edge. Known collectively as intellectual property, protecting these intangible assets is both a top priority and a challenge. Fortunately, the…
We expect every professional to deliver what they promise and act responsibly and ethically, but there are certain services where that is particularly true, and where failure to do so represents malpractice. Though physicians and…
Non-compete agreements are a controversial topic. Employers feel that they are essential to maintaining their business’ competitive edge or to protecting trade secrets, intellectual property, and even training methods. Employees see them as an unfair…
A business partnership is a legal entity, and that means that there are specific requirements for bringing it to a close. Whether the partnership is ending due to retirement or death, having achieved its goals,…
Hiring an employee is always a step into the unknown. Depending upon the position you’re filling, the process can be a quick decision or may involve significant time and resources spent interviewing and checking references….
A few years ago, fast-food companies and others were the subject of consternation and criticism when it was learned that they were using non-compete agreements to keep minimum wage employees from moving on to other…
While there are many businesses that operate in the same industry, doing the same thing in the same exact way, the organizations that stand out and excel are the ones that have a “secret sauce”…
The Dragonetti Act is specific to the state of Pennsylvania. It has been in place for more than forty years and was specifically drafted to address the wrongful use of civil proceedings. It provides those…